JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Missoula Campus Fellow will engage in voter registration and civic engagement work with a focus on the University of Montana campus from August 22 through November 11. This will include the coordination and execution of daily voter registration efforts, as well as the organization of a Student Voter Day event. Campus fellows should be able to recruit and train volunteers, as well as form relationships with relevant campus partners to maximize student participation in grassroots democracy.

Fellowship generally consists of 10 hours per week, 6 of which will be on-campus voter registration.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meet set field metrics each week

Recruit and train volunteers

Plan Student Voter Day event on campus

Conduct occasional data entry

QUALIFICATIONS:

Passion for progressive politics in Montana

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to engage enthusiastically in conversations with strangers

Able to work weekends and evenings

PREFERRED SKILLSETS:

Experience with Google Docs

STRONG APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE:

Enthusiastic

Team Player

Self motivated and takes initiative

Cool, defined broadly

Focused

Flexible

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Field hours will be completed in all weather conditions

Must be able to stand for up to 4 hour periods

Must be able to work independently

Women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Michael Nelson at michaeln@forwardmontana.org. Contact Michael Nelson directly with questions at 406-529-5134.